Industrial Maintenance Technician - Mechanical

Rhoads Industries•Philadelphia, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Rhoads Industries is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician – Mechanical to support the Maintenance Department in maintaining and repairing equipment and facilities. The role helps ensure smooth, safe, and consistent operations across the company’s business lines by minimizing downtime, improving reliability, and supporting production needs through mechanical maintenance and repair. The technician shares responsibility with the Rhoads Quality/Safety Director for upholding applicable equipment-use and maintenance safety precautions and programs. The role requires following Rhoads’ standard equipment-maintenance procedures, ISO 9000 standards related to tools, and applicable ASME and AISC requirements governing equipment and tool standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance or mechanical repair, with a strong understanding of mechanical systems and machinery.
Experience and knowledge performing minor repairs on welding machines, breakers, and electrical-circuit wiring.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
Understanding of and familiarity with ISO and UL certifications.
U.S. citizenship and ability to pass required background clearances, including a motor vehicle check and drug screening.
Valid driver’s license.
OSHA 10 certificate; must be completed within 90 days of hire.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with project executives, project managers, foremen, craftsmen, project-team members, and customers of the Tool & Equipment function.
Solid mechanical repair knowledge, ability to learn continuously and apply innovative solutions, and strong critical-thinking skills.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, set priorities, and oversee concurrent projects.
Ability to perform successfully in time-sensitive, high-pressure situations.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, and sound analytical capabilities.
Initiative, collaboration, persistence, tact, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence outcomes.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and overtime when required.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including manual labor and lifting at least 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and driving an automobile; walk and stand on irregular and uneven surfaces; and work at heights up to 100 feet.
Ability to work in construction or industrial areas where personal protective equipment is required.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or an associate degree in industrial mechanics, maintenance technology, or a related field.
ASE certification.
Overhead Crane Certificate.
Mobile Equipment Certification.
Air Compressor Certification.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair large fabrication equipment, forklifts, scissor lifts, articulating boom lifts, hand tools, and air compressors.
Perform monthly preventive maintenance on tools, heavy machinery, and fabrication equipment, following the company’s lubrication standards.
Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment modifications.
Maintain an inventory of service and repair parts.
Organize work across multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
Keep the maintenance shop work area clean.
Support facility maintenance tasks and perform other assigned duties.
Follow standard equipment-maintenance procedures, ISO 9000 tool standards, and applicable ASME and AISC equipment and tool requirements.
Support applicable safety precautions and programs for equipment use and maintenance.